Craftsman or Troy-Bilt

Looking to buy a gas pressure washer. Lowe's has Troy-Built and Sears has Craftsman with basically the same specs:

Briggs & Stratton 675 Series engine
Axial cam pump
2550 psi, 2.3 gpm

I will be using it to clean my deck, patio furniture, car, siding, etc. Probably adds up to 6-10 times per year for a few minutes each time. Once in a while I will hit the driveway and sidewalk. I guess I need a light to medium duty unit. I've killed two Husky electrics, so it's time to step up to gas, but I'm not spending huge money on a commercial grade machine. Any advice or opinions?

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Craftsman or Troy-Bilt

The ONE thing I have always like about sears has been the craftsman power products. Everything my family has ever owned in the way of hedge trimmers, lawn mowers, etc has been great and has lasted. I didn't hesitate to buy a craftsman lawn tractor this passed year. I know that doesn't help a lot, Just my experience.

Craftsman or Troy-Bilt

I want to stay under $300.

That Karcher model at Costco has 2600 psi and 2.3 gpm, almost identical specs as the Craftsman and Troybuilt. Karcher is $369, and the others are $279. Other than the Honda vs. B+S engine, why is the Karcher better?

Craftsman or Troy-Bilt

Premium is for Honda engine. If you stop by the costco, or BJ's, you might be able to pick one up like me for only $300. Costco has a very generous return policy. My tools with Honda engines start up easily every time.

Craftsman or Troy-Bilt

I would NEVER buy anything craftsman. Too much bad luck. Maybe a open ended wrench or screwdriver but thats it. Brigs is a fine engine as is honda and techumsa. Just maintain them and you will be fine. I would get the troybuilt if those were my choices, hands down.